The season of Advent is marked by expectation and longing. We await the season of Christmas when we celebrate the birth of Christ. …
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The season of Advent is marked by expectation and longing. We await the season of Christmas when we celebrate the birth of Christ. …
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For our Confirmation Retreat, I created a series of activities around the baptismal promises that invited movement, reflection, …
This summer marks a critical moment in our COVID-19 journey. As we plan for the upcoming program year, I worry that our desire for …
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About this Webinar The idea of spiritual retreat is not new. The restrictions of physical distancing and the willingness of …
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At St. Paul’s our Adult Christian Formation Programs seek to provide a diverse theological, spiritual, and biblical education. We …
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With so many well-crafted resources available, there is no reason to write your own. We adapted activities from My Faith, My …
"Like we recite certain prayers every time we go to church, a group covenant establishes the unique structure and relational bonds …
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"I hand out the love letter packets... They read, laugh, and cry. They feel loved and validated in a way that exceeds even the …
"A retreat gives participants a time and space to be fully present, to do work that is hard to accomplish, or to partake in …